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Jan 25, 2023

Federal Trade Commission Proposes Ban on All Noncompetes

By: Jessica Jackler On January 5, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would ban employers from imposing noncompetes on their workers. The proposed rule would prohibit employers from entering into noncompete clauses with their workers including independent contractors. It would require employers to […]

Jan 12, 2023

Free Webinars/Seminars by Downey & Lenkov

Downey & Lenkov has been at the forefront of providing educational training for years. We recently presented in person for a multi-state insurance carrier in-depth general liability training addressing the ins and outs of claims investigation, accessing party liability and damages, and evaluating case exposure and settlement value. We welcome […]

Dec 22, 2022

Illinois Private Organizations Can Be Held Liable for Discrimination as Places of Public Accommodations

By: Jessica Jackler On August 19, 2022, the Second District Appellate Court of Illinois in M.U. v. Team Illinois Hockey Club, Inc., et al., 2022 IL App (2d) 210568, held that plaintiff could maintain a cause of action for discrimination against a private organization under the section of the Illinois […]

Nov 10, 2022

Chris Puckelwartz Named Income Member

We are pleased to announce that Chris Puckelwartz has been elected to Income Member. Chris has been a longtime valuable asset to our General Liability team, having successfully represented many of the largest corporations and retail chains in the U.S. He is especially noted for his thoroughness, due diligence and exploring early, […]

Oct 26, 2022

Samuel Levine Named President of SOICA

Of Counsel Samuel Levine has been appointed President of the Society of Illinois Construction Attorneys (SOICA). SOICA recognizes Illinois lawyers who are distinguished for their skill, experience, and professional conduct in the practice of construction law. Members discuss social and economic forces affecting the construction industry, as well as laws […]

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Chicago, Illinois

312-377-1501


Crown Point, Indiana

219-488-2590


Indianapolis, Indiana

219-488-2590


Milwaukee, Wisconsin

414-758-3367